Shahnaz Husain - A Successful Indian Woman Entrepreneur

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In addition, they learn communication skills and general business management skills. The institute has branches in New Delhi, Mumbai and Noida. Shahnaz later started the Men's World International because of the demand for men trained in beauty treatments. These institutes offer Diploma Courses and Post Graduate Courses in beauty and cosmetic therapy. They also offer refresher courses and courses on personal grooming. (Refer Exhibit VI for Shahnaz Husain Beauty Schools)

The Shahnaz Husain Ayurvedic Centre for Panchkarma, Dhara and Kerala Massage also imparts training in these traditional disciplines. Students are taught the Ayurvedic system of "Tridosha" (Refer Exhibit III) for identifying ailments. A qualified Ayurvedic doctor conducts these classes.

Shahnaz has also started 'Shamute', a free training school in cosmetic therapy for the speech and hearing impaired. The training they receive in this school helps them lead a self reliant and purposeful life despite their handicap. Even after they qualify as beauticians, they are offered guidance and advice throughout their career.

Lessons on Entrepreneurship

Shahnaz Husain has acquired worldwide recognition. Her dedication and relentless hard work have paid off and she heads a Group which is the largest of its kind in the world.

"It is important to have a dream and to believe in the magic of your dreams" says Shahnaz, who has been able to convert her own dream into a business worth millions of dollars.

Shahnaz believes that a true entrepreneur is a person who has independence of spirit. "One should be innovative, dynamic and willing to try every avenue towards success." She does not look on her work as a career. It is more like an obsession and the sole purpose of her existence.

Shahnaz says that to succeed, one must never give up and never stop trying. "I always feel I have another mountain to climb and another frontier to cross. I never rest on my laurels." She puts in 18 hours of work and diverts all her energies into her company. Her business acumen and untiring efforts combined with excellent products she creates have made the Shahnaz Husain Group the undisputed leader in the market for Beauty Products and Natural Remedies.

Exhibits

Exhibit I: Major Awards Won by Shahnaz Husain
Exhibit II: Shahnaz Husain Receiving "Udyog Rattan Award" from Former President of India, Giani Zail Singh.
Exhibit III: Ayurveda
Exhibit IV: The Shahnaz Husain Product Range*
Exhibit V: Ayurvedic Panchkarma and Dhara
Exhibit VI: The Shahnaz Husain Beauty Schools

Case Details

Case Code : LDEN012
Themes: Corporate Social Responsibility, Woman Entrepreneurs
Case Length : 11 Pages
Period : 1980-2003
Organization : Shahnaz Husain Herbals
Pub Date : 2003
Teaching Note : Not Available
Countries : India
Industry : Cosmetics and Skin Care

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